News Roundup

Aten Design Group will host an online session on August 28, 2024, at 02:00 PM EDT, focusing on the recent release of Drupal 11. Led by Senior Developer Seth Hill, the session will cover key features like the access policy API, upgrade insights, and future enhancements including Drupal Starshot and Experience Builder. Ideal for Drupal site owners, content admins, and developers.

During DrupalCon Portland 2022, concerns over the sustainability of free software led to the conception of Drupal Forge, a platform aimed at financially supporting project maintainers. The idea, sparked by Webform developer Jacob Rockowitz, was further developed by Darren Oh, who proposed adding a launch button for trial sites on project pages to generate recurring revenue. While the initiative has garnered interest, challenges remain in implementing and scaling this solution.

DrupalCamp Berlin 2024 has opened its call for session proposals, welcoming submissions until September 30th. The event invites Drupal enthusiasts to share insights across various tracks, including Backend Development, User Experience, and Innovation. Sessions will be accepted in both German and English. Accepted speakers will receive a free ticket and are encouraged to review the guidelines and Code of Conduct before submitting.

The Drupal Decoupled project has introduced a new feature to simplify the adoption of headless Drupal architecture. It now integrates "Recipes" and offers a Composer Project Template. This update, announced by Jesús Manuel Olivas, aims to streamline the setup and management of decoupled Drupal environments, reducing developers' time and effort. The development is expected to enhance accessibility and broaden adoption within the developer community.

The Pacific Northwest Drupal Summit 2024 has opened its Call for Speakers, inviting Drupal experts to submit session proposals until September 1 or until all slots are filled. The summit seeks 60-minute educational sessions across five categories, emphasizing community knowledge-sharing. Prospective speakers can submit their proposals via the PNW Drupal Summit website.

DrupalCamp Berlin 2024 returns on November 8-9, marking a decade since the last DrupalCity in the capital. Part of Drupal Week Berlin 2024, the event will feature sessions, networking, and the Splash Awards Germany and Austria 2024. Sponsors are invited to support this key gathering of the Drupal community.

The Chattanooga Drupal Users Group is holding its monthly meetup on August 22, 2024, at 6 PM EDT. Participants can attend in person or online. The event will cover topics such as Drupal distributions, Git/Git Flow, theming, and the transition from Drupal 9 to 10.

Sponsorship opportunities for BADCamp 2024, set for October 24-25 in Oakland, California, are now open, offering extensive visibility to organizations within the Drupal community. With packages ranging from $1,000 to $2,000, sponsors can gain exposure through speaking engagements, branding at summits, and hosting social events. All contributions are tax-deductible, supporting BADCamp’s non-profit mission to advance the Drupal ecosystem.

Chattanooga Open Source Camp, featuring DrupalCamp Chattanooga 2024, seeks sponsors for its November 2nd event at Chattanooga State Community College. Sponsorships range from $20 to $2,000, offering opportunities for businesses to gain visibility within the tech community. In-kind sponsorships are also welcomed, with a total event budget of $6,500.

DrupalCamp Pune 2024 offers a 15% discount on registration for all session proposal submissions, encouraging community engagement and diverse contributions. The discount applies regardless of acceptance, with the deadline for submissions ending today. Don’t miss the chance to present and save!

The DropTimes has been named the official Media Partner for DrupalCamp Pune 2024, set for October 19-20 at Yashada, Pune. This partnership will ensure comprehensive coverage of the event, featuring sessions, workshops, and keynotes from industry leaders. Organized by the Drupalers Association Pune, the camp aims to foster innovation, learning, and networking within the Drupal community.

The Splash Awards will debut in Asia during DrupalCon Singapore 2024, with submissions open until September 27. The prestigious event, recognizing excellence in Drupal web development, will culminate in a ceremony on December 9 at the Garden Ballroom, PARKROYAL Collection Marina Bay. This marks a significant milestone for the Asian Drupal community, offering global visibility and networking opportunities.

The Drupal CEO Network and the Drupal Association have extended the deadline for the 2024 Drupal Business Survey to September 4th. This annual survey gathers crucial insights from Drupal business leaders, shaping an anonymized industry report to guide strategic decisions. The results will be unveiled at DrupalCon Barcelona 2024, with discussions set for September 25th and 26th.

The Drupal NoVa community will meet on September 12, 2024, at 3:00 PM EDT in Fairfax, VA, for a session on the Event-Condition-Action (ECA) module led by developer Stan Ascher. Titled "From Diagrams to Dynamics," the presentation will highlight how the ECA module enhances dynamic workflows and replaces the Drupal 7 Rules module. Attendees will gain insights into using this tool to translate business logic into code through an intuitive interface.

The Drupal Austria community will hold a meetup in Vienna on September 11, 2024, at 20:00 CEST, ahead of DrupalCon. Sponsored by doloops, the event will feature lightning talks, discussions, and networking opportunities for web developers, designers, and Drupal users. All levels of experience are welcome in this inclusive gathering.

1xINTERNET GmbH co-founder Christoph Brediert announced the company's key role in developing the default search functionality for the official Drupal CMS, part of its first product launch. Leveraging their expertise in web and large-scale search solutions, 1xINTERNET aims to enhance Drupal CMS with a robust, user-friendly search feature.

The Starshot Initiative will introduce a ready-to-use version of Drupal, named "Drupal CMS," offering a complete, pre-configured product for easier deployment. This strategic naming differentiates "Drupal CMS" from "Drupal Core," which remains a developer-focused framework. The choice to avoid names like "Drupal" or "Drupal DXP" and to retire the "Starshot" label ensures clarity, aligns with user expectations, and preserves the strong Drupal brand while signaling its evolution. We’ll talk about why this name was chosen and what it means for the future of Drupal.

Acquia will host a webinar on August 21, 2024, at 5:00 PM UTC, titled "Unpacking Drupal 11: The Future of Digital Experiences." The session, featuring insights from Dries Buytaert and Tim Lehnen, will explore the key updates in Drupal 11 and the Drupal Starshot initiative. Aimed at developers and digital strategists, the event will highlight new tools like a project browser and automatic updates designed to enhance user experience.

The Bay Area Drupal Camp (BADCamp) has extended its session proposal deadline to August 25, 2024, inviting experts and enthusiasts to contribute across various tracks, including Development, UX, and more. This year's event also welcomes sessions on broader topics like AI's impact on Drupal and advancements in JavaScript frameworks. Aspiring speakers are urged to review the Code of Conduct and utilize support resources, such as the #session-help Slack channel.

Morpht has launched its "Content Recommendation Playbook," showcasing how personalized content recommendations using Recombee's service can enhance user experiences. The playbook explains how to integrate these systems into Drupal and GovCMS to deliver tailored content based on user behavior, boosting engagement. Morpht has applied these strategies on its platforms, demonstrating the effectiveness of algorithm-driven content curation.